From 20-27 April 2013 ISAF Sailing World Cup Hyères returns to the French Riviera, bringing together the world's top Olympic and Paralympic class competitors. ISAF Sailing World Cup Hyères is the final regatta included in the 2012-2013 ISAF Sailing World Cup, the fifth edition of the annual series for Olympic sailing.

Hyères and the palm trees, symbol of the city, is appreciated by competitors and their support, for the climate, the easy access with the international airport at walking distance form the port, and for facilities as easy accommodation, at reasonable price compared with other cities of Riviera Coast.

The racing areas offers a wide range of wind conditions, with smooth sea breeze, sometimes Mistral, strong northerly with flat water, or easterly wind bringing big waves and rough sea. These changing conditions make the sport difficult but cannot be better for preparation of the teams.